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Valley Soft-Touch 2.5 lb Crack Hammer

The Valley Soft-Touch 2.5 lb Crack (Sledge) Hammer has a 2 pound head and is constructed of one piece drop forged steel with continuous forging grain flow from head to shaft. The Soft-Touch rubber grip is finger fitted, shock absorbent and non-slip. Use this crack hammer to drive chisels and break rock. The Valley Soft-Touch 2.5lb Crack (Sledge) Hammer is similar to the Estwing Supreme 2lb Crack (Sledge) Hammer. The Valley Soft-Touch 2.5lb Crack Hammer is made in China but it's a great tool for the professional or recreational geologist, or any rockhound and will last you a life time.

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Overall Length

Head Weight

Total Weight

10.75 inches

3.25 inches

2.5 pounds

2 pound 8ounces

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